US Bridges

US 169 S over Cst W 3rd ST BNSF RR

Good

Jackson County, Missouri · S 31 T 50 N R 33 W · Structure no. 36800

Built
2021
4 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
371 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
18,260
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 169 S over Cst W 3rd ST BNSF RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 169 S over Cst W 3rd ST BNSF RR in Jackson County, Missouri. It was built in 2021, so it is 4 years old, younger than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 18,260 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,651 by 2044. The structure is 371 ft (113 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 169 S
CrossesCst W 3rd ST BNSF RR
LocationS 31 T 50 N R 33 W
RouteU.S. Route 169
CountyJackson County
StateMissouri
Coordinates39.11176, -94.58936
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating85.3 US tons
Inventory rating50.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length371 ft (113 m)
Longest span141 ft (43 m)
Deck width35 ft (10.6 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9 m)
Vertical clearance over deck17 ft (5.3 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,260 (2024)
Projected traffic24,651 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusHistorical significance not determinable at this time
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 169 S over Cst W 3rd ST BNSF RR built?

It was built in 2021, making it 4 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 169 S over Cst W 3rd ST BNSF RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does US 169 S over Cst W 3rd ST BNSF RR carry?

About 18,260 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is US 169 S over Cst W 3rd ST BNSF RR?

The structure is 371 ft (113 m) long with a longest span of 141 ft (43 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.

Who owns US 169 S over Cst W 3rd ST BNSF RR?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.